Occasionally there are nice sunny days in Seattle. So here is a pleasant day for a citizen that isn't being hunted or anything else tense. No glowing eyes this time, I didn't think it fit. Though I tried to add them multiple times and just liked her eyes as is.

I just noticed I missed background painting between her arm and body in the center of the screen... Damn.

Timelapse: https://bsky.app/profile/ballshapedman.bsky.social/post/3mpmdssgyxc2k

Maybe I'll get my fill of this style of character eventually. But it's not yet. This was a blast to paint! She looks like a badass not to be messed with.

Timelapse: https://bsky.app/profile/ballshapedman.bsky.social/post/3mpkhrwgvm224

Shadowrun

It was a simple heist. We slip away during the gala, grab the dragon-scale jewelry, done.

Vex had one job to do.

Vex failed.

The plan fell apart. Bullets everywhere. I barely escaped. Everyone else fell.

But Vex. Vex escaped too.

I know because I’m looking at Vex.

Writing prompt: What happens next?

Timelapse: https://bsky.app/profile/ballshapedman.bsky.social/post/3mpjuyreoss2y

Shadowrun

Alright, I'm having fun with this! The eyes do it for me for whatever reason. Is the robotic arm too much?

Timelapse: https://bsky.app/profile/ballshapedman.bsky.social/post/3mphtltyxbk27

It was suggested I post this here too. I hope you like it!

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/48807332

A few folks mentioned my last piece looked more cyberpunk and less magical. I decided to lean into it as I loved Shadowrun and Johnny Mnemonic in my youth. What are your thoughts on the character?

Timelapse: https://bsky.app/profile/ballshapedman.bsky.social/post/3mph6zeddrc2y

A few folks mentioned my last piece looked more cyberpunk and less magical. I decided to lean into it as I loved Shadowrun and Johnny Mnemonic in my youth. What are your thoughts on the character?

Timelapse: https://bsky.app/profile/ballshapedman.bsky.social/post/3mph6zeddrc2y

Saw this in the parking lot as we were leaving the theater (Supergirl).

Looks like $150k+ and all six wheels drive. From 480hp to 800hp motor options. I would love to hear and see this thing run. This one has the truck bed armor paint option which is wild to see in person. One part really tough one part sparkly.

https://www.apocalypse6x6.com/hellfire

Not cute by everyone's standards but I think he's just adorable. I almost stepped on him today. He's very good with boundaries and seemed appreciative I respected his.

Photo taken with a zoom lens.

Actual distance to James.

I really like the look of this sedan. When Hyundai made the Ioniq 5 I thought they needed to make more cars with this design style. The Ioniq 6 doesn't do it for me. The unreleased hydrogen sports car is sexy AF.

Feeling confident enough to try a more detailed tattoo and I think it came out great. Then I decided to push it with a magical twist. Does the effect fit the rest of the image or did I go too far?

Timelapse: https://bsky.app/profile/ballshapedman.bsky.social/post/3mpaj2bhyt22y

Have you seen Legend, Labyrinth, Dark Crystal, or similar styled movies? These were the hits from my childhood and I think they still hold up today. This is my attempt to make my own slice of a world in that style. The reference for the waterfall called for it!

Timelapse: https://bsky.app/profile/ballshapedman.bsky.social/post/3mp764o7pbk2n

I've not found a technique I like for really curly hair. Wavy to mildly curly I feel good about. Do you have a technique you like you would suggest I consider?

For the record this is the best I've done and I'm happier with it than any other attempt. But it's not a good as what's in my mind or the reference.

The reference for reference:

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